The Shimmin House. 1909. G. Lawrence Stimson, architect. This is an incredible chance to be the next steward to bring this classic historic example of an early Arts and Crafts estate into the 21st century. Located in the Oaklawn Park area of South Pasadena between the Greene and Greene designed stone entrance portal and their Oaklawn bridge, sits this majestic Craftsman time capsule ready for its next chapter. The home retains virtually all its original details including fine wood finishes, ceiling beams with integrated light fixtures, wall sconces, and two fireplaces. On the main level there is a large living room with adjoining library/den, powder room, an ample formal dining room, kitchen and laundry room. The upper level includes five bedrooms, two additional baths, and an attached enclosed sunporch. There is a large, detached garage at the rear of the 15,000+ sf property. Truly a unique opportunity. Convenient to local shopping and transportation. And don't forget the award-winning South Pasadena School District.
For sale
Listing Provided by:
Kevin Bourland DRE #01486389 626-205-4040,
COMPASS,
Ethan Bourland DRE #02056301 213-298-6031,
COMPASS
$3,295,000
309 Oaklawn Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
5beds
3,629sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
0.35 Acres Lot
$3,294,300 Zestimate®
$908/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated: August 04, 2025 at 08:30am
Listing Provided by:
Kevin Bourland DRE #01486389 626-205-4040,
COMPASS,
Ethan Bourland DRE #02056301 213-298-6031,
COMPASS
Source: CRMLS,MLS#: P1-23538
Originating MLS: California Regional MLS (Ventura & Pasadena-Foothills AORs)

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom, Den, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Sunroom, Utility Room, Dining Room
Bedroom
- Features: All Bedrooms Up
Bathroom
- Features: Bathtub, Tub Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Utility Sink
Other
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Breakfast Area, Crown Molding, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Multiple Staircases, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, All Bedrooms Up, Utility Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Utility
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Library, Living Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,629 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Concrete, Front Porch
- Pool features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 0.35 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 5317014007
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Asbestos Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1909
Details
- Builder name: G. Lawrence Stimson
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Sidewalks
Location
- Region: South Pasadena
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $908/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,366,000
- Annual tax amount: $40,159
- Date on market: 8/2/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Cash to New Loan
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